UK households given £350 warning if they own an electric vehicle

Households across the UK are being urged to check their eligibility for a £350 grant or risk missing out on a major saving. The scheme is designed to help renters and flat owners afford the installation of chargers at home.

As demand for rises, so too does the need for reliable and accessible home charging. But not everyone qualifies for the support, which could catch some households off guard.

The Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant offers up to £350 towards a home charger, but is only available to people living in flats or rental properties with private off-street parking. Motorists without this kind of access may be left footing the bill themselves.

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With over one million home charging points already installed across UK driveways, demand continues to grow as public charging infrastructure struggles to keep pace. Experts say home charging is the most cost-effective and convenient solution for many drivers.

Another similar £350 grant exists for those with on-street parking, but this too has specific criteria. Applicants must install a safe cross-pavement solution such as a charging gully, and own or rent the home where the work is being carried out.

For businesses, the Government’s Workplace Charging Scheme offers £350 per socket for up to 40 sockets across multiple sites. Charities, public sector organisations and commercial firms are all eligible, with the aim of futureproofing workspaces.

Landlords can also take advantage of up to 200 grants per year for residential buildings and 100 grants for commercial properties. This could include office spaces or multi-unit housing with parking access.

Residential landlords may claim up to £30,000 per site, helping them install infrastructure or prepare spaces for future EV charger installations. This is a major incentive for upgrading older properties.

Small and medium-sized businesses, with 249 employees or fewer, can apply for similar support worth up to £15,000 per site. These funds are designed to cover installation costs and related infrastructure upgrades.

The Government has confirmed that the Workplace Charging Scheme and the EV Infrastructure Grant for Staff and Fleets will remain open until 21 March 2026. However, industry experts are urging drivers not to delay applying.

State-funded schools and colleges are also eligible for enhanced grants of up to £2,500 per socket. These institutions can apply for up to 40 sockets to support teachers and staff making the switch to electric.

While the grants represent a big step towards a greener future, the narrow eligibility criteria have raised concerns. Drivers are advised to check the website for full details before making any purchases.